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Presage ST2 Assay, catalog numbers BC-1065 and BC-1065E. The Critical Diagnostics Presage ST2 Assay kit is an in vitro diagnostic device that quantitatively measures ST2 in serum or plasma by enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) in a microtiter plate format. The Presage ST2 Assay is indicated to be used in conjunction with clinical evaluation as an aid in assessing the prognosis of patients diagnosed with chronic heart failure.

Class I - Dangerous
🏥 Medical Devices Recalled: February 28, 2012 Critical Diagnostics Diagnostic Equipment

What Should You Do?

  1. Check if you have this product:
    BC-1065 (US distribution) Lot No. RN-43116-4 BC-1065 E (European Distribution) Lot No. RN-42467-1, RN-42467-2, RN-43116-1, RN-43116-2, RN-43116-3.
  2. Do not eat it: Even if it looks and smells fine, do not consume this product.
  3. Throw it away or return it: You can return the product to the store for a full refund.
  4. Seek medical attention if needed: If you've consumed this product and feel unwell, contact your doctor immediately.
  5. Report problems: Report any issues to the FDA's Safety Reporting Portal.

⚠️ Emergency: If you experience severe symptoms after consuming this product, call 911 or Poison Control at 1-800-222-1222.

Recall Details

Company:
Critical Diagnostics
Reason for Recall:
The recall was initiated because Critical Diagnostics has confirmed that it is possible to obtain inaccurate test results for specimens when using the Presage ST2 Assay kits.
Classification:
Class I - Dangerous

Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.

Status:
terminated

Product Information

Full Description:

Presage ST2 Assay, catalog numbers BC-1065 and BC-1065E. The Critical Diagnostics Presage ST2 Assay kit is an in vitro diagnostic device that quantitatively measures ST2 in serum or plasma by enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) in a microtiter plate format. The Presage ST2 Assay is indicated to be used in conjunction with clinical evaluation as an aid in assessing the prognosis of patients diagnosed with chronic heart failure.

Product Codes/Lot Numbers:

BC-1065 (US distribution) Lot No. RN-43116-4 BC-1065 E (European Distribution) Lot No. RN-42467-1, RN-42467-2, RN-43116-1, RN-43116-2, RN-43116-3.

Official Source

Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:

View on FDA.gov

FDA Recall Number: Z-2012-2012